Conference win streak reaches 40

A smothering defense was the key to a 54-34 victory over Rochester Mayo Tuesday night. The 19-3 Packers caused 24 turnovers for the game and held Mayo to 15 first half points.  The win was the 40th consecutive against conference opponents for the Austin program.

Austin will be back on the court Friday in Owatonna and Saturday at Mankato East. 7:30 start times.

Read more about the game in the Austin Daily Herald.

Here are the highlights:

Austin scoring: Ajuda Nywesh 12, Bret Lukes 11, Zach Wessels 10, Noah Brehmer 10, Gach Gach 7, Curtis Oberbroeckling 2, Zach Coffey 2